The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act creates a first in the nation comprehensive regulatory structure to oversee the licensure, cultivation, production, distribution, sale and taxation of medical, adult-use and cannabinoid hemp within New York State.
Establishes a robust social and economic equity program to actively encourage members from communities disproportionately impacted by the policies of prohibition to participate in the new industry.
Administers a sophisticated quality assurance regulatory structure including standards for production and manufacturing, strict product testing, labeling, packaging and advertising to ensure products are safer for consumers and not targeted to youth.
Encourages small business and farmers to participate in the cannabis industry with the creation of microbusiness, cooperative and delivery license types.
ADULT-USE APPLICATIONS
The licensing application is closed.
The Office is set to reopen Processor Type 3 Brand license applications soon. Please check back regularly for updates.
Pursuant to the Cannabis Law, the Cannabis Control Board is charged with the creation and implementation of a social and economic equity plan in consultation with the Chief Equity Officer and Executive Director, and after receiving public input. The goals of the plan include the promotion of racial, ethnic, and gender diversity when issuing licenses and the promotion of diversity in commerce, ownership and employment, and opportunities for social and economic equity in the regulated cannabis industry.